The Toros and Clovers are back together. Stars of the classic cheerleading comedy Bring It On, including Kirsten Dunst, Gabrielle Union, Jesse Bradford, and Lindsay Sloane, reunited for a special event celebrating the film’s 25th anniversary. The group gathered at the Alamo Drafthouse in Los Angeles on September 21, 2025, for a screening and audience Q&A, marking a significant moment for fans of the 2000 film.
The Anniversary Event Details
The cast reunion was a full-scale event organized by the Alamo Drafthouse cinema chain. The evening featured a screening of the original film followed by a live Q&A session with the four main cast members. The theater was decorated to match the movie’s spirit, offering fans Toros and Clovers themed cocktails and opportunities for photo ops with pom-poms. The live Q&A was not just for the audience in Los Angeles; it was beamed via livestream to two dozen other Alamo Drafthouse locations across the United States, allowing fans nationwide to participate in the event. The Alamo Drafthouse LA shared photos from the reunion on its Instagram account on September 22, showing the cast posing together and laughing during their conversation on stage.
The Stars Then and Now
The reunion brought together the key players from the film that defined a generation of teen comedies. Kirsten Dunst was only 17 years old when she played Torrance Shipman, the newly appointed captain of the Toros cheer squad. Gabrielle Union portrayed Isis, the savvy and determined captain of the rival Clovers team. Jesse Bradford played Cliff Pantone, Torrance’s love interest, and Lindsay Sloane was the memorable and disruptive cheerleader known as “Big Red.” Notably absent from the event was Eliza Dushku, who played Missy Pantone, Cliff’s sister who joins the Toros squad.
Despite the passage of 25 years, the actors have all acknowledged the film’s lasting impact. Gabrielle Union recently reflected on the movie’s anniversary on her own Instagram on August 23, posting a video where she discussed the making of the film. She wrote, “25 years later and the spirit lives on! Twenty-five years later and this film is still bringing it and that’s all thanks to each and every one of you.” She called the movie the “gift that keeps on giving,” adding, “Keep bringing it, because we’ll forever be here for it” .
Kirsten Dunst also expressed her feelings about the film’s enduring popularity at a separate screening in August 2024, stating, “Oh my God, you guys, this is the craziest thing I’ve ever witnessed in my life. I am so overwhelmed… I’m so honored” .
Fan Excitement for the Reunion
The reunion generated significant excitement among fans of the movie. Comments on the Alamo Drafthouse’s Instagram post announcing the reunion ranged from disappointment at having missed the event to joy from those who attended either in person or via the national livestream. One fan wrote, “How did I not know about this,” while another exclaimed, “THIS WAS SUCH A GREAT EVENT.” A third fan commented, “While I couldn’t be there live, I was THRILLED to sit with my Truffle Parm Popcorn and see it streamed on the East Coast!!!” . The strong fan reaction underscores the film’s continued cultural relevance a quarter-century after its release.
The Future of Bring It On
While the cast was happy to reunite and celebrate the original film, the possibility of a direct sequel with the original stars seems unlikely. In a recent interview, Kirsten Dunst was asked about returning for a new Bring It On movie. She responded clearly, “No. I’m like, leave good things where they are. I don’t need to put on a cheerleading outfit.” She joked about what an older version of her character might even do, saying, “I don’t even know what I would do—be a coach or something? Nah. Let’s leave it as is” . This suggests that for the original cast, the legacy of the first film is something to be cherished rather than revisited with a new story.
The 25th anniversary of Bring It On proves the film’s formula of comedy, rivalry, and spirit continues to resonate. The successful reunion event demonstrates that the phrases and characters from the movie remain a beloved part of pop culture.
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